Door opens for COVID-relief to informal sector
Friday, May 15, 2020
The database will be instrumental in the decision-making around how the COVID-19 financial interventions from government and other organisations can be properly channelled.
Investment, Trade and Industry minister, Peggy Serame has previously unveiled measures targeted at the SMME sector, including direct financial assistance and interventions under the LEA and the Citizen Entrepreneurial Development Agency.
The Ministry of Agriculture, local producers, retailers, and industry associations must work together to overcome the obstacles hindering vegetable production and distribution.This collaborative approach is essential to improve the availability, quality, and affordability of vegetables in the market.Firstly, the Ministry of Agriculture should provide support and guidance to local farmers to enhance their productivity and efficiency. This could...